Old Roof Leaking

In fact it s rare for leaks to develop in open areas of uninterrupted shingles even on older roofs.

Old roof leaking.

Penetrations can include plumbing and roof vents chimneys dormers or anything else that projects through the roof. Dig out any cracked or dry caulking that isn t properly sealing adjoining surfaces and replace with silicone caulk. A roof leak at the edge of a dormer can allow a lot of water to enter your home. They can be several feet above the leak or to the right or left of it.

Just remember that a small leak will not go away it will only get worse. Rotten or missing trim or siding can allow water to leak behind flashing and into your roof. Roof leaks are typically just signs of a much larger problem. They usually aren t the first place you should look for a leak but once they are old and worn enough they can become a problem.

If your roof is fewer than 15 years old it can probably be spot repaired instead of requiring a total replacement. Tommy scribbins owner of accent roofing service talks to a homeowner about an upcoming roof replacement. Photo by duane stork. Recaulk the corner flashing if any areas have hardened caulk.

Corroded cracked broken and missing shingles cause leaks and may need to be repaired. Dormer leaks can be caused from a number of issues. If your roof is old enough you may need to replace it entirely. Both danger and the probability of structural erosion increase if unaddressed.

Shingles don t last forever.